Quartz Countertops ultimate Guide

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A complete guide to understanding quartz countertops, benefits & drawbacks. Comparing quartz countertops to other materials with FAQs.

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Quartz is a manufactured engineered stone. The manufacturing process plays an important role in setting them apart from natural stone countertops.

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They’re a masterful blend of natural quartz crystals and modern engineering. About 90-95% of a quartz countertop is made of crushed quartz.

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The rest is High-quality resins and pigments. This combination not only gives quartz its durability but also a wide array of color and pattern choices. Learn more

How are Quartz Countertops Made ?

The raw quartz is crushed and mixed with resin and pigments. Then, the mixture is poured into molds and subjected to a process called vibrocompression under vacuum. Learn more

Benefits of Quartz Countertops

Quartz is that it is available in wide range of colors. There are quartz surfaces with a subtle neutral tone to compliment a minimalist kitchen. Learn more

Then there are quartz kitchen countertops that are bold, that have a vibrant shade. You can even find quartz counters with the look of natural stone. Learn more

Quartz is a man-made product. Consistency, this is where quartz genuinely shines. Unlike natural stones, which can have significant variations slab to slab, quartz offers a more uniform look. Learn more

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